I have always taught my dogs (my berners of today and other assortments over the years) to go and sit on their special pods for a treat. This "pod" can consist of a round bed in the great room like Anna has, or the couch which Ian occupies. It can also be a towel placed on the floor when treats are given. Does save on clean up if the treat is messy...such as kongs with peanut butter or popcicles. When we have company at the table for dinner, both dogs will go immediately to their "pods" and wait. It didn't take long for them to understand and be rewarded. If they come to the table or kitchen and beg, I will always ask them to go to their 'pod'. Sure keeps my small kitchen less cluttered...as it is usually occupied with my husband sneaking food while I am trying to prepare a meal. Now if I can only train "Jerry" to go and sit on his 'pod' and wait!!!
Carol Slider in NC with berners, Anna and Ian non-berner....Jerry...but he can drool with the best of them!! :-))
